Opinion

Police reform: Cosmetic change or systemic overhaul?

–Mohammad Jamil Khan– In the months following the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government on August 5, the police force has struggled to rebuild its reputation and operational capacity. The force

Climate change and fire risks: Lessons from Southern California for Bangladesh

Md Ayatullah Khan Addressing the intricate relationship between fire incidents and climate change is increasingly crucial, particularly in vulnerable regions like Bangladesh, which faces escalating threats from climate-related events. The

Arakan Army must protect the Rohingyas

—Md Himel Rahman— On 17 December 2024, the Arakan Army reportedly burned down Rohingya villages and wards in the Maungdaw Township in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, and similar incidents occurred in

Reinventing Bangladesh’s Export Strategy

—Morshed Noman— Bangladesh’s economy heavily relies on its export sector, with ready-made garments (RMG) contributing over 80% of total export earnings. Despite its critical role, the sector faces persistent challenges,

Bangladesh Needs Deeper Economic Ties with the World

—Dr. Mohammad Asaduzzaman— Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Prof. Muhammad Yunus is expected to attend the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, from January 21–24, with the goal of better

ENTIRE NATION IS CONFUSED!

–Golam Maula Rony– A long time ago, I shared a story with BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman. In 2019, I had an extensive discussion with him, which eventually turned into